Crab and cream cheese spring rolls with sweet chili dipping sauce
Crab and cream cheese spring rolls with sweet chili dipping sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that will impress your guests. These spring rolls are crispy on the outside and filled with a creamy mixture of crab meat and cream cheese on the inside. The sweet chili dipping sauce adds a perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness to the dish.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 8 spring roll wrappers
- 1 cup of crab meat
- 4 oz of cream cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup of sweet chili sauce
- 1 egg, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying
Cooking tips:
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing it with the crab meat.
- Use a small amount of filling for each spring roll to prevent them from bursting open during frying.
- Keep the spring roll wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent them from drying out.
Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, green onions, and cilantro.
2. Lay a spring roll wrapper on a flat surface and place a spoonful of the filling in the center.
3. Fold the bottom of the wrapper over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll up tightly.
4. Brush the edges of the wrapper with the beaten egg to seal.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
6. Fry the spring rolls until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
7. Drain the spring rolls on a paper towel-lined plate.
8. Serve the spring rolls with sweet chili dipping sauce on the side.
Appearance and taste:
These Crab and cream cheese spring rolls with sweet chili dipping sauce are a perfect combination of crispy and creamy textures. The golden brown exterior of the spring rolls is visually appealing, while the filling is rich and flavorful. The sweet chili dipping sauce adds a tangy and slightly spicy kick to the dish. Overall, this appetizer is a crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests wanting more.
Type of dish: Appetizer
Main ingredients: Crab meat, Cream cheese, Sweet chili sauce
